Abuja, Nigeria – Ini Ememobong has emerged as the new National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Ememobong previously served as a Commissioner for Special Duties and Ibom Deep Seaport in Akwa Ibom State.

His election marks a return to a familiar role. He once held the position of state PDP publicity secretary in Akwa Ibom. This prior experience significantly boosted his profile within the party.

Ememobong resigned from Governor Umo Eno’s cabinet in June. This decision followed Governor Eno’s defection from the PDP to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

He was widely recognized as one of Governor Eno’s closest aides. Before that, he served in former Governor Udom Emmanuel’s administration as Commissioner for Information.

Ememobong’s political journey began during his university days. While studying at the University of Uyo, he served as the national president of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS). Later, he was appointed Special Assistant on Students’ Matters to former Governor Godswill Akpabio, who is now the Senate President.

Ememobong Accepts New Role with Gratitude

In his first official statement after his election, Ememobong expressed his gratitude. He also embraced the significant task ahead.

“I accept this assignment with a deep sense of responsibility,” Ememobong stated. He added, “I trust that He who has been my help in ages past will remain my source and strength as I undertake this national duty for our party at a time like this.”

The new publicity secretary acknowledged the numerous challenges facing the PDP. As an opposition party, these challenges are considerable.

“Yet, I believe, as my campaign theme stated, that this is our moment of rebirth,” he affirmed. “It is a time to build anew from the old, to rekindle the flame, and to present to Nigerians an opposition party they can genuinely trust.”

Ememobong commended the newly formed National Executive Committee (NEC). The committee is led by Kabiru Tanimu Turaki (SAN).

He expressed confidence that the NEC would rebuild the PDP. He envisions it becoming “a resilient political machinery.” This machinery would be “capable of offering effective opposition to the ruling party.” Furthermore, it would serve as “a true home for principled politicians across the country.”

Finally, Ememobong appealed to all Nigerians for their support. This support is crucial for strengthening democratic governance.

“We seek the support of Nigerians,” he concluded, “in the collective task of ensuring democratic consolidation and deepening true democratisation in our nation.”